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imprenta

printing press

noun eem-PREN-tah Rare

Also means

print shop

Usage Note

Imprenta refers both to the physical printing press machine and to the shop or establishment where printing is done. The phrase libertad de imprenta (freedom of the press) echoes its historical importance. The related verb is imprimir (to print). Do not confuse with impresora (printer, the modern office device).

Examples

"Llevó los folletos a la imprenta del barrio."

Natural Translation

He took the leaflets to the neighbourhood print shop.

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